The Chicago Chess Club started with one chessboard and a belief that this game could bring people together. Today, we're hosting events across the city, partnering with local businesses, and introducing chess to people who never imagined it was for them. But we're just getting started — and we need your help to keep growing.

Where Your Support Goes

Every contribution directly funds the work happening on the ground:

• Chess boards & equipment — We currently run 20 custom boards across multiple weekly events. Expanding our reach means expanding our set.

• Event costs — Venue coordination, setup, and logistics for four-plus events a week add up. Your support keeps those doors open.

• A permanent home — Our biggest goal is securing a dedicated space in the heart of Chicago where our community can gather every week without having to move from venue to venue.

Every Dollar Counts

You don't have to be a chess player to make a difference. If you believe in the power of community, in making space for people who've been left out, and in the idea that a game can change a neighborhood — then this is your club too.

Donate Today!

Have a space, a skill, or something else to offer? We welcome in-kind support and partnerships, too.

Reach out to us at hello@thechicagochessclub.org

Donate to our venmo: @officialchicagochessclub